Senior Information Governance Specialist (AI lead)

NHS; Exeter; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health care provider in Exeter is seeking a Senior IG Specialist to focus on artificial intelligence within the Information Governance Team. This role requires expertise in data protection and the management of information governance strategies in a health care setting. The successful candidate will provide guidance on the use of AI and ensure compliance with current legislation while managing a team to achieve organizational goals. This position offers hybrid working options, allowing flexibility in work arrangement.

Benefits

27 days paid annual leave, increasing to 33 days

NHS Pension scheme

Flexible working schemes

Cycle to work scheme

Comprehensive occupational health services

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge in information governance and data protection applicable to health care.
• Strong understanding of AI technologies in health settings.
• Experience managing and leading a team effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert advice on AI and data protection for health care services.
• Support the Head of Information Governance in managing the IG agenda.
• Monitor compliance with legislative requirements and organisational standards.

Skills

Expertise in data protection

Excellent communication skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Relevant degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust are looking to recruit a Senior IG Specialist with a focus on AI, within the Information Governance Team. The main focus of the role will provide advice and guidance on the use of AI in a health care setting, as well as supporting the delivery of the wider IG agenda. Working closely with the other Senior IG Specialists and the Head of Information Governance and DPO (DPO) to provide resilience in supporting the Trust. They will have a sound understanding of current legislative requirements, data protection and artificial intelligence and will monitor continually changing technology advances and national requirements.

The closing date is 12 February 2026

They will have responsibility for providing evidence to meet the DSPT and covering other IG related work as required. They will be responsible for managing other members of the IG Team to ensure legislative and organisational requirements are met.

Main duties of the job

For more detail about the main duties of this role, please see the job description section below. As a key member of the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, you will be joining an exceptional team working together to help our patients to stay healthy, when they need it most.

About us

Stretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over 15,000 staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than 615,000 people, cover more than 2,000 square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.

We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford).

Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across a variety of settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within peoples own homes. We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC).

Our state-of-the-art equipment, leading technologies and strong links to local universities put us at the forefront of research and innovations, enabling us to provide world-class care to our local communities.

It s never been a more exciting time to join the Royal Devon, as youll help to shape our services as we continue along our integration journey.

Job responsibilities

For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below.

More detail about the role

We are looking for a subject matter expert on all IG and data protection related matters, with a particular focus on AI. As part of the IG management team, you will support the Head of Information Governance and DPO in managing the IG agenda, providing expert advice and guidance on confidentiality, data protection, artificial intelligence and information security.

You should have excellent communication skills, attention to detail and problem-solving skills with a true passion for doing the right thing for our patients and staff.

The applicant will have excellent interpersonal skills and be a team player who can deliver quality outcomes to agreed timescales.

The role may deputise for the Head of Information Governance and DPO as and when required.

The role can be based in either Exeter or Barnstaple with the option for hybrid working, with the opportunity to work up to 3 days a week from home.

Working Pattern: 37.5 hours per week, normal office hours

Interview Date: To Be Confirmed

For further information please contact: Rhiannon Platt, Head of Information Governance & DPO on 07880 185496 or by emailing [e-mail].

As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.

We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.

This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we'll help you get there.

Looking after you is important to us.

We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.

If you're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.

You'll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.

Salary is not the only financial benefit

You'll have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers.

You will also have access to other benefits including:

National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.

Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter

Car lease schemes.

The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).

Cycle to work scheme

These are just a few of the benefits available if the role is something you are interested in, we'd love to hear from you.

Person Specification

General Requirements

• See job description text above, and (where applicable) you can download a copy of the full job description
• See job description text above, and (where applicable) you can download a copy of the full job description

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer name

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust